Residents in Lahore and nearby regions of Punjab were jolted awake on Tuesday morning as a brief earthquake rattled the area. Cities including Sheikhupura, Okara, and Kasur also felt the tremors, which sent waves of panic but caused no reported casualties or damage.
According to eyewitnesses, ceiling fans swayed and light furniture shook during the tremors, prompting many people to rush outside as a safety measure. Social media quickly lit up with posts from citizens sharing their experiences.
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Officials from the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) confirmed seismic activity but said the exact magnitude and epicentre would be disclosed after a full assessment is completed.
Seismologists attribute such events to tectonic movements beneath the Earth’s crust, noting Pakistan’s vulnerability due to its position near the Indian and Eurasian plate boundary. While no emergency measures were necessary, local rescue teams remain on alert.
